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Gail Olson

Gail Olson

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Birth dateMay 2, 1960
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Gail Olson is a United States jumper, born on May 2, 1960. He competes primarily in the HJ.

His personal bests include 2.26 in the HJ. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
High Jump
2.26
#640 all-time
1980 season best
2.21
Feb 23, 1980 · Champaign, IL (USA) (i)
1980 season best
Age
66 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: High Jump 2.26 (#640 all-time), 1980 season best 2.21 (Feb 23, 1980, Champaign, IL (USA) (i)) · 66 years old

PB

Personal bests

2.26
#640 all-time

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1980
HJ
2.21-Feb 23, 1980
↓
Champaign, IL (USA) (i)
1979
HJ
2.22-May 19, 1979
↓
Ann Arbor, MI (USA)
1978
HJ
2.26-Mar 11, 1978
↓
Sterling, IL (USA) (i)
1977
HJ
2.23-May 10, 1977
↓
Sycamore, IL (USA)
1976
HJ
2.18-Apr 25, 1976
↓
Belvedere Tiburon, CA (USA)

1980

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.21-Feb 23Champaign, IL (i)

1979

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.22-May 19Ann Arbor Big 10 Championships, Ann Arbor, MI

1978

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.24-May 15Geneva, OH
HJ
2.26-Mar 11Sterling, IL (i)

1977

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.21-Jun 11Westwood, CA
HJ
2.23-May 10Sycamore, IL

1976

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
HJ
2.18-Apr 25Belvedere, Belvedere Tiburon, CA

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Gail Olson's High Jump personal best?

Gail Olson's High Jump personal best is 2.26, set on Mar 11, 1978 in Sterling, IL (USA) (i), #640 on the all-time list.

Which events does Gail Olson compete in?

Gail Olson competes in the High Jump.

How did Gail Olson perform in 1980?

1980 season best: 2.21, set on Feb 23, 1980 in Champaign, IL (USA) (i).